JOURNAL ARTICLE

Effect of a 4-week static stretching program for plantar flexor muscles on physical performance and muscle properties.

  • Published In: Isokinetics & Exercise Science, 2023, v. 31, n. 2. P. 149 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Junpei, Sasadai; Noriaki, Maeda; Shogo, Sakai; Tsubasa, Tashiro; Hitoshi, Arima; Yukio, Urabe 3 of 3

Abstract

This article investigates the effects of a four-week long-term static stretching (SS) program targeting the ankle joint on physical performance and muscle properties in healthy young men. Participants performed 2-minute SS sessions five times per week, and results showed significant improvements in ankle range of motion (ROM), dynamic postural stability (measured by medial-lateral stability index), and decreased muscle hardness of the medial gastrocnemius muscle, without reductions in maximal isometric plantar flexion moment, squat jump, or counter-movement jump performance. The study concludes that a four-week SS program can enhance muscle flexibility and postural stability while maintaining physical performance, suggesting its suitability for daily conditioning to preserve muscle function.

Additional Information

  • Source:Isokinetics & Exercise Science. 2023/04, Vol. 31, Issue 2, p149
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Anatomy and Physiology
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0959-3020
  • DOI:10.3233/IES-210133
  • Accession Number:163330865
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